11mm Short Barreled Boot/Vest pistol

11mm Short Barreled Boot/Vest pistol

Unlike the other Belgians in my collection, this robust little pistol has no engraving or embellishment as evidenced by this view of the hammer rear tang.

11mm Short Barreled Boot/Vest pistol

A close-up of the serial number stamped into the tang to the rear of the trigger guard. This is the only numbered Belgian that I own, or, for that matter, have seen.

11mm Short Barreled Boot/Vest pistol

A closeup of the right side of the frame. You can clearly see the junction of the twist-off barrel. There appears to be either the remains of a lug or a period weld at the rear of the barrel, but I have been unable to find any information about the purpose that could have been served by this addition. If you have any info, or even an opinion, please contact me at tomh@baymediapro.com

11mm Short Barreled Boot/Vest pistol

A closeup of the left side of the frame of this pistol showing the "Liege" Proofmark. Other than the serial number, this is the only mark on the pistol. I was somewhat surprised to find a smooth finished Belgian pistol without the trademark engravings.

11mm Short Barreled Boot/Vest pistol

Overall view of this sturdy little large bore pistol, showing the longer drop style grip and short 1 1/2 inch barrel.

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